What is the cheapest way to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between South Amboy and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jon Bon Jovi Rest Area, NJ and arriving at New York, NY - Varick St & N. Moore St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct ferry between South Amboy and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from South Amboy and arriving at Brookfield Place Terminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between South Amboy and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct train from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from South Amboy and arriving at Prince St via 34 St-Herald Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between South Amboy and Lower Manhattan is 21 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan without a car is to line 69 ferry which takes 50 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan?

The line 69 ferry from South Amboy to Brookfield Place Terminal takes 50 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the South Amboy to Lower Manhattan bus from?

South Amboy to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by Academy Bus, depart from Jon Bon Jovi Rest Area, NJ station.

Where do I catch the South Amboy to Lower Manhattan train from?

South Amboy to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from South Amboy station.

Train or bus from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan?

The best way to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan is to bus which takes 1h 6m and costs $28 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $19 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the South Amboy to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

South Amboy to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by Academy Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Varick St & N. Moore St station.

Where does the South Amboy to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

South Amboy to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between South Amboy to Lower Manhattan is 30 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3925+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

South Amboy to Lower Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 69 ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from South Amboy to Lower Manhattan by ferry, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 69 ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from South Amboy to Brookfield Place Terminalferry 69
50 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Amboy to New York Penn Stationtrain Njcl / ...
1h 23m
$6–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jon Bon Jovi Rest Area, NJ to New York, NY - Varick St & N. Moore Stbus Parkway Express: To Wall St / ...
1h 6m
$28–40
Drive 29.7 mi
1. Drive from South Amboy to Lower Manhattancar 29.7 mi
41 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Amboy to Lower Manhattantaxi 29.7 mi
41 min
$110–140

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between South Amboy, NJ, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

NY Waterway operates a ferry from South Amboy to Brookfield Place Terminal 4 times a day, and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Academy Bus operates a bus from Jon Bon Jovi Rest Area, NJ to New York, NY - Varick St & N. Moore St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28–40 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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